Grilled Zucchini Salad With Tomato & Greens

Total Time: 15 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 6
• 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot
• 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus additional for brushing zucchini
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise (1 3/4 to 2 lb total)
• 12 ounces arugula (4 cups) or 12 ounces spinach (4 cups) or 12 ounces purslane, thick stems removed (4 cups)
• 10 ounces pears or 10 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise

Recipe

• 1 prepare grill for cooking. if using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill.
• 2 make dressing: whisk together zest, lemon juice, shallot, mustard, and salt in a small bowl. add oil in a slow stream, whisking until dressing is emulsified. whisk in pepper and parsley.
• 3 grill zucchini: lightly brush zucchini all over with oil. when fire is hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 1 to 2 seconds), grill zucchini, cut sides down first, on lightly oiled grill rack, uncovered, turning once, until zucchini are just tender, 8 to 12 minutes total. transfer to a cutting board and cool slightly, then cut diagonally into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
• 4 toss zucchini with arugula, tomatoes, and dressing in a large bowl. serve immediately.